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Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls

Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls: Healthy Flavor in Every Bite

Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls are a nutritious and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds an aromatic flavor
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil High-quality oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano Feel free to use fresh
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Adjust based on preference
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt, nonfat or full-fat yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber English cucumber preferred
For the Pickled Onions
  • 1 large red onion Can be substituted if short on time
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
For Assembling the Bowls
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or substitute rice or farro
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes or any cherry or regular tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese omit for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley or substitute fresh mint or dill
  • 1/4 cup mint

Equipment

  • Ziploc bag
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Grill or skillet

Method
 

Marinade Preparation
  1. In a Ziploc bag, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, ground mustard, and kosher salt. Add the chicken breasts, seal the bag, and massage the marinade into the chicken. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
Pickled Onions
  1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil and blanch thinly sliced red onions for 10 seconds before draining. In a separate bowl, heat apple cider vinegar and sugar until dissolved. Pour this mixture over the drained onions to cool for about 20 minutes.
Tzatziki Sauce
  1. Grate an English cucumber and drain to remove excess moisture. In a bowl, combine the drained cucumber with minced garlic, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, Greek yogurt, kosher salt, and pepper. Stir and let sit for at least 20 minutes.
Cook Chicken
  1. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the marinated chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until it reaches 165°F and is browned. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
Assemble Bowls
  1. Divide cooked quinoa among bowls. Top with sliced chicken, pickled onions, halved grape tomatoes, and fresh cucumber. Crumble feta cheese on top, drizzle with tzatziki, and finish with parsley and mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate overnight for maximum flavor. Prepare tzatziki a day in advance for quicker assembly.

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